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Obesity

What is obesity?
Being obese means having so much body fat that your health is in danger. Having too much body fat can lead to type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, arthritis, sleep apnea, and stroke. Because of these risks, it is important to lose weight even if you don't feel bad now. It is hard to change eating habits and exercise habits. But you can do it if you make a plan.

How do you know if you are obese?
You can use a measurement called a body mass index, or BMI, along with your waist size , to decide whether your weight is dangerous to your health. The BMI is a combination of your height and weight. If you have a BMI of 30 or higher, unhealthy eating patterns, and too little physical activity, your extra weight is putting your health in danger. People who carry too much fat around the middle, rather than around the hips, are more likely to have health problems. In women, a waist size of 35 in. (88 cm) or more raises the chance for disease. In men, a waist size of 40 in. (101 cm) or more raises the chance for disease.

Solution
Research have also shown that a 10% weight loss can improve your health overall. Your doctor may even suggest losing 10% of your weight at a rate of 1 lb (0.45 kg) to 2 lb (0.9 kg) a week as your first target.

At La Rx, let us help you set goals to living healthier by starting out with 30-minute exercises daily and selecting healthier food choice. We also provide FREE BMI measurement to help you track the progress of your weight management plan. If you start today, you are one step closer to living a healthier lifestyle.

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